Description

3-Acetylpyridine Adenine Dinucleotide is a synthetic coenzyme analog and a crucial biochemical research reagent. This compound serves as a vital tool for studying enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathways, and the mechanisms of NAD(P)-dependent dehydrogenases. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, enzymology, and diagnostic assay production, where precise modulation of redox reactions is required.

Application

• Enzyme Mechanism Studies: Used as a substrate or inhibitor to probe the active sites and catalytic mechanisms of NAD(P)+-dependent enzymes.
• Biochemical Assay Development: A key component in developing high-throughput screening assays for drug discovery targeting metabolic enzymes.
• Metabolic Pathway Research: Employed to investigate alternative electron transport and redox balance in cellular systems.
• Diagnostic Reagent Formulation: Integrated into clinical diagnostic kits for the measurement of specific dehydrogenase activities.
• Cofactor Engineering: Utilized in synthetic biology to create engineered enzymes with altered cofactor specificity.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for life science research in universities, biotech, and pharmaceutical R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetylpyridine Adenine Dinucleotide
CAS No.	86-08-8
Molecular Formula	C22H27N7O14P2
Molecular Weight	663.44 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetylpyridine-NAD; APAD; 3-Acetylpyridine Adenine Dinucleotide, Oxidized Form; Acetylpyridine NAD; 3-APAD; 3-Acetylpyridine Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide; 1-(3-Acetyl-4-pyridyl)-1,4-dihydronicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (oxidized form)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Acetylpyridine Adenine Dinucleotide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive biochemical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term stability, store desiccated under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/UV)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay (Enzymatic)	≥ 90%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, buffer solutions

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.